2009 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 627 kg more than 1967 Nissan Sunny. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 1967 Nissan Sunny
Make Ford Nissan
Model Focus Sunny
Year Released 2009 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1272 kg 645 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2290 mm