1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 135 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
