1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Alfasud | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |