1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Italdesign Formula 4
To start off, both 1996 Ford Crown Victoria and 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4. (147 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4.
Because 1996 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4, 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. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Formula 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 147 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
