2008 Fiat Idea vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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 Idea, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Idea | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
