Now I have had a lot of fast and fun cars in my time from Twin turbo cobras to 500hp PT cruisers so I know fast and I know fun... My take on the two cars was the fiesta ST was probably the most fun car I have ever driven in my life... with an additional 50ish hp and torque it will be amazing imo! The Focus felt a hair faster and was def a little roomier inside but to me it felt much more like a "normal" car if that makes sense! The Recaros in both cars were amazing with the fiesta's being a tad more supportive... My upper back does not fit in either though but I am an extreme case (230lb Bodybuilder) This car will really make you feel like a trouble making kid again lol! I'm 36 years old and I just ordered mine... I now know what all the hype is about! Thank you guys for having this forum it has helped me a lot in choosing this car... My stage 3 will be here before I even receive my car most likely!