1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
