1994 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 371 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Uno | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
