1953 Ford Popular vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 60 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 704 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Popular | DART |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2703 mm |