1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 52 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |