1954 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 53 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 683 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 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |