2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
