1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 155 | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |