2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 316 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Montclair |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |