1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 458 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2100 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
