1955 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Focus |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |