1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
