1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
