1954 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 231 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ford Popular 2009 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Popular Focus
Year Released 1954 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2650 mm


 

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