1968 Rover 2000 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 1968 Rover 2000 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 1968 Rover 2000. 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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Rover 2000 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
