1998 Ford Focus vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona 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 96 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 209 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
