1954 Ford Popular vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 31 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 225 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, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Popular | 1000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |