1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Alfasud | Comet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |