1954 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 910 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Sharan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |