1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 257 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Escort |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |