1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 45 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.4 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 | 1220 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
