2009 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia 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 76 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 559 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Anglia 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 1963 Ford Anglia. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
