1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |