1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
