1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 79 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang 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 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 146 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |