1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 182 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |