1953 Ford Popular vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 42 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Innocenti Elba (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 235 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Popular | Elba |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |