2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 274 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |