2006 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1971 Toyota Century 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 1971 Toyota Century. 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
