1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Focus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
