2009 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Focus | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
