1954 Ford Popular vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 35 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Popular | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
