1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1972 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Monterey |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 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 | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 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 |