1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 53 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fiat 1400 2007 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model 1400 Focus
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 78.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1218 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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