1954 Ford Popular vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 785 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 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Celica |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |