1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Mercury Cougar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 600 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 1900 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
