2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1974 Mercury Comet 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 146 | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |