2005 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 338 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (180 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |