2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GTV | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |