1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 54 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Focus |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |