1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 67 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 151 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 | 977 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
