1954 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 760 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Popular | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
