1954 Ford Popular vs. 1976 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 295 kg more than 1954 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, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1976 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
Model | Popular | Rapier |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |