2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 31 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 2,398 cc, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |