1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 274 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
