2004 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 404 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. 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 (183 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
