2000 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | Viscount |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |