1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 628 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Escape |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
