2004 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 97 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Focus | 2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1757 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |