1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Escort |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |