1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 13 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Focus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
