1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1971 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 645 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
