1953 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 58 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 370 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Popular | Silverado |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3650 mm |