1954 Ford Popular vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 477 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | 626 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |