1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 925 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulietta | Villager |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |