2004 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 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 | 1244 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
