1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 968 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 Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan 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 Milan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulia | Milan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
