1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Focus |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |