1954 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 47 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 965 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, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Avantime |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |