1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 474 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Focus |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |