1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Ford Escort 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
