2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
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 Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 Mercury Montego 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 Montego. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
