1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 86 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 33 | Comet |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |