1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 805 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Ford Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
