2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 1974 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Grande Punto | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
