2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |