1999 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 453 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Anglia 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 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Anglia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |