1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 48 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 546 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |