1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | GTA | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
