1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Focus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
