1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 630 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Alpine A 106 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 1955 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 106 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
