1963 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Focus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
