1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 792 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Caimano | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 369 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |