1939 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 6C | Escort |
| Year Released | 1939 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
