2007 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 531 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Prefect 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2220 mm |
