1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
