2007 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 28 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000.
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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
