1967 Triumph TR5 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 294 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Triumph TR5 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 Triumph TR5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph TR5 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | TR5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
