2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |