2007 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 529 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Consul 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 1966 Ford Consul. 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 (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1966 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1181 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
