1996 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escort | Brera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
