1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 33 | LN7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
