1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2001 Mercury Villager

To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 995 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Alfa Romeo GTA 2001 Mercury Villager
Make Alfa Romeo Mercury
Model GTA Villager
Year Released 1972 2001
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 3276 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2860 mm


 

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