1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
