1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 595 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
