1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 145 | Montego |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |