1954 Ford Popular vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1266 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Popular | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
