2009 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 172 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
