1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | Sprint | Town Car |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |