1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 116 L |
