1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 877 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulia | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
