1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 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:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |