1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
