1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 595 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
