1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Alfasud | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
