1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
