1955 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 576 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Focus |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |