1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 37 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
