1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 384 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Focus |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |