2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair

To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Strada 1967 Mercury Montclair
Make Fiat Mercury
Model Strada Montclair
Year Released 2009 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 6989 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 626 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3130 mm


 

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