1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Escape |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |