1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
