2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | SP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
