2006 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 446 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
