1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 869 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 62 L |
