1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 6C | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
