2004 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 Victor. 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 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1966 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Focus | Victor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
