2006 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Focus | 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |