2006 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 303 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |