2007 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1302 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 55 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Volkswagen 1302 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 1972 Volkswagen 1302. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1972 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
