1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |