1953 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 490 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 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Popular | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Popular | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
