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Fiat Topolino vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (8,500 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Topolino or Ford Focus?

Fiat Topolino vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Fiat Topolino

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Topolino

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat Topolino is considerably cheaper – starting at 8,500 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,037 £.

Focus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Focus offers clearly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 44 Nm. That’s about 376 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Ford Focus offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Topolino is considerably lighter – 562 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 768 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers considerably more boot space – 392 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 329 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries substantially more – 560 kg compared to 138 kg. That’s a difference of about 422 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is clearly ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £27,500
Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L/100km
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The Fiat Topolino is a pint-sized charmer that turns every commute into a smile-inducing event, marrying vintage Italian flair with a delightfully simple driving experience. For city buyers who prize personality over pace, it offers quirky practicality, effortless parking and an irresistible retro look that feels like a Vespa with four wheels.

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Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
8,500 - 8,600 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
562 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,400 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
138 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
44 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Fiat Topolino have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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