1998 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
