1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 172 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Focus |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |