1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1987 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
