1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 995 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
