1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3070 mm |
