1998 Ford Focus vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 419 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sports |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
