1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 297 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1337 kg |
