2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (96 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 500 | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |