1959 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |