1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Nuvola | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
