1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 1969 Austin 3-Litre 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 1969 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 3-Litre | Focus |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |