1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna 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 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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 Arna, 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 Arna (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
