1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Focus |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |