1953 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 43 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 375 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Lantra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |