1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
