1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 49 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 191 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 100 | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |