1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
