1999 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
