1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 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 117 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 722 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 500 | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |