2008 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 402 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |