1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulietta | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 85 L |
