1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Focus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
