2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Strada | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |