1954 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 52 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 475 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Popular | Liana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |
