1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1985 Pontiac 1000 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 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Sprint | 1000 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |