1954 Ford Popular vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |