1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Focus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
