1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulietta | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |
