1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 575 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 585 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |