1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 344 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 600 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
