1962 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Focus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 132 L |
