1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 992 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | 33 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 114 L |
