1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Contour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
