1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
