1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 64 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Crown | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
