1957 Austin A135 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A135 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 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
