1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | P4 | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |