1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Bel Air | Focus |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |