2006 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 11 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.

Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Focus Urraco
Year Released 2006 1979
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1752 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 64.5 mm
Top Speed 190 km/hour 255 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1311 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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