2008 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Focus | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
