1967 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 535 kg more than 1967 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Anglia 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 1967 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Anglia | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |