1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Escort |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
