2007 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 309 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Ascona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |