1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Escort | 159 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |