1951 Austin A vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 698 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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 1951 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A | Focus |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
