2005 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 201 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4.
Because 1994 Morgan 4 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 1994 Morgan 4. 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Focus | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
