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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
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 | 1910 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |