1953 Ford Popular vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Popular weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
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 Toyota Starlet, 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 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Starlet |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |