1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 132 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
