2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 159 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
