1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 384 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
