1953 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 980 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |