1953 Ford Popular vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 755 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, 1999 Renault Espace, 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, 1999 Renault Espace (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Espace |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |