1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 574 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cortina | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |