1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1995 Mercury Mystique were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 17 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 146 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |