2009 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports 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 116 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 741 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2160 mm |
