2009 Ford Focus vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 356 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |