1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 381 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 750 | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |