1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 62 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
