1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique

To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola and 1996 Mercury Mystique were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique.

Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 1996 Mercury Mystique
Make Alfa Romeo Mercury
Model Nuvola Mystique
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm


 

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