1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,728 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 447 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Alfasud | Cougar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |