1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
