1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Focus |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |