1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1980 Mercury Lynx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 121 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulietta | Lynx |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |