2004 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 373 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Porsche 914 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 1971 Porsche 914. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
