1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 347 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, 2005 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 1750 | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |