1953 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 59 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1030 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Popular | TL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2776 mm |