1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Cougar |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |