1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
