1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV (154 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (203 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | GTV | Comet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
