1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 716 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Cougar 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 33 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |