1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 819 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfasud | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2911 mm |
