1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 990 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Escape |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2824 mm |