1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Ford Escort

To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Alfa Romeo 145 1975 Ford Escort
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 145 Escort
Year Released 1994 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1096 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 53.3 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 53 L


 

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