head of FordFest on September 22 at Mallory Park, we YouTube channel. Here we see the legendary droop-snooted Escort RS2000 squaring up to the Mk1 Focus ST170, an often-forgotten warm hatch that today represents great value. It might not have the status of the Escort, but with rally pedigree, an excellent chassis and ample power to have fun – not to mention air conditioning, airbags and an excellent stereo – there’s still plenty to recommend the newer car.
