1998 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
