1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
