1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Barchetta | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |