1953 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 20 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 305 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Popular | Firenza |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |