1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 302 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1850 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
