1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 47 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 937 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 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego 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 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulietta | Montego |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |