2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 156 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |