2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Brera | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
