1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
