1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1977 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1977 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GTV | Cougar |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |