1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 582 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 59 L |
