1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2013 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
