1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1973 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 600 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Monterey |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |