1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 432 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Focus |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |