2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 228 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
