2006 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
