1953 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |