1956 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 372 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Focus |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |