1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Focus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |