1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 44 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 434 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfasud | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
