1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. 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 (174 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
