2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 164 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |