1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
