1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 309 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |