1972 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 488 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
