1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 51 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
