1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 429 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Cortina 2007 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Cortina Focus
Year Released 1972 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 1473 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 55 L


 

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