1979 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Escort | 159 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |