2006 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 981 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Popular |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2300 mm |
