1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 638 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2007 Ford Focus
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Giulietta Focus
Year Released 1954 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 166 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 53 L


 

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