1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Festiva | 2000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |