1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
