1961 Fiat Berline 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 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 41 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline.
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, 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 (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Focus |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |