2004 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |