1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1695 kg |
