1953 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Previa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |