1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 947 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | GT | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
