1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 242 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 1900 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |