1964 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
