2004 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 855 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
