1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Escort |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |