1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 26 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Escort | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |