1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Alfasud | Comet |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |