1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155, 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
