1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1986 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Arna | Escort |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |