1953 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 52 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Fit |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |