1953 Ford Popular vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 19 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 910 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |