1953 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 56 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 658 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, 2009 Opel Astra, 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, 2009 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Astra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |