1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 124 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
