1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 164 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 1750 | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |