2006 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
