1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 431 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 1956 Austin A 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
