1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 356 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Focus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
