1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 54 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 832 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Focus |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 53 L |