1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
