1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
