1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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 Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulia | Milan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |