1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 286 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Escort |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |