1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Because 1971 Mercury Comet 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Comet | Brera |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |