1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Escort | Brera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |