1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 546 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
