1954 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 602 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1337 kg |