2006 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
