1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Focus |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |