1954 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 674 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 Volkswagen GTD, 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | GTD |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2578 mm |