1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 277 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Junior | Escort |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |