1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |