1953 Ford Popular vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 34 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Popular | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |