1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
