2009 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
