1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
