1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 142 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Escort |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |