2007 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. Both 2007 Ford Focus and 1966 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 93 kg more than 1966 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
