1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfasud | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
