2007 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
