2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |