1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 805 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
