1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulietta | Focus |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |