1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
