1970 Fiat 130 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 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Focus |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |