1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | Escort |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |