1966 Fiat OT vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 607 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat OT 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 OT. 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 (250 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | OT | Focus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
