1973 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 402 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 125 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 1973 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
