1959 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 688 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
