1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 643 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
