1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (171 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
