1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 616 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
