1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 882 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | Bialbero | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |