1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 558 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 1961 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
