1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Escort |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |