2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 13 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
