1953 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 54 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 650 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Popular | Lybra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |