1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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 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 129 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 666 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 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1972 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:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1696 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 |
