1970 Triumph 1500 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 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 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 80 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 225 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Triumph 1500 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 Triumph 1500. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1500 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 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 | 965 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
