1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 27 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1988 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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Escort |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |