1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2614 mm |
