1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfa 6 | Focus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2045 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |