1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
