1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1171 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
