2004 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
