1999 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 181 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.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escort | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
