1945 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 16 | Focus |
Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1757 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |