1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1989 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 1989 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Focus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |