1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 698 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 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 1956 Abarth 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 (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Focus |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |