2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 925 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Montego | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
