1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 26 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 310 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
