1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 417 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |