1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 925 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (233 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulia | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
