2002 Ford Focus vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
