1954 Ford Popular vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 49 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 765 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.
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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Popular | 3111 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |