1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 843 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | Escape |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |