1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Ford Focus were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 146 | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |