1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
