1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 945 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
