1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
