1954 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 57 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 465 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, 2011 Renault Duster, 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Popular | Duster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2673 mm |
