2009 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 726 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Prefect 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2220 mm |
