1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
