1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
