1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 574 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
