1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 329 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | Focus |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |