2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 166 | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |