2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
