1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint and 1983 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1983 Ford Granada 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Sprint | Granada |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |