2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 147 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
