2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Brera | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
