2005 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 131 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 1975 Ford Cortina. 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
