2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 925 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
