1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 234 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfetta | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
