2005 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 623 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
