1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulia | Lynx |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |