1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 559 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
