1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Escort |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |