2008 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 21 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
