1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
