1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 876 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 33 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |