1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 254 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 75 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
