1954 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 42 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 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 524 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Popular | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
