1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 239 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |