1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Focus |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |