1953 Ford Popular vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 35 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1953 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Popular | Samara |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |