2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Montego | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
