1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 43 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 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 965 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, 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulietta | Villager |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |