1976 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1989 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Autobianchi A 112 | 1989 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lincoln |
Model | A 112 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2990 mm |