1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Flavia | Focus |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |