1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Sprint | Lynx |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |