1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
