2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
