1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 636 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 2005 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Escape |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |