1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 615 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, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2000 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
