1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
