1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Focus |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |