1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |