1953 Ford Popular vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1966 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Popular weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Popular | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Popular | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2140 mm |
