2000 Ford Focus vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1950 GAZ M-20 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 1950 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Focus | M-20 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |