1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 815 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Monotipo | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
