1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 147 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
