1954 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 51 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 731 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, 2005 Honda FR-V, 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
