1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
