2005 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Ford Corsair

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 413 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 (171 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 1967 Ford Corsair
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Corsair
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 101 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 72.7 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 45 L


 

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