1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 391 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
