1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
