2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
