2004 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
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 Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 421 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. 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 (202 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
