1999 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
