2008 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 362 kg more than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Fulvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |