1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 102 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
