1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Sprint | Escape |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |