1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |