1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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 Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
