1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | RZ | Comet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |