1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 561 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Golf |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |