1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 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 136 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 732 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 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:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | 145 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
