1975 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 279 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
