1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2010 Ford Focus

To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 284 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Cabriolet 2010 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Cabriolet Focus
Year Released 1965 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1174 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4445 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1725 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1488 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2614 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 51 L