1954 Ford Popular vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 665 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 Lexus IS (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Popular | IS |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |