2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |