1966 Holden EH vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 81 kg more than 1966 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Holden EH 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 1966 Holden EH. 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | EH | Focus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
