1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
