1954 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Subaru Vivio 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Popular weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1996 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1954 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Popular | Vivio |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |