1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 456 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
