1970 Opel GT vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
