1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 907 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Cuneo | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |