1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
