2009 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 426 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Corona. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |