2009 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 23 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
