1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 303 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
