2006 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 414 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Focus | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 25 L |
