1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
