1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 228 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 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 |
