1954 Ford Popular vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 520 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 1954 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i, 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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1992 Rover 620i | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Popular | 620i |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |