2009 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona 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 55 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 571 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Ascona 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 1970 Opel Ascona. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
