1954 Ford Popular vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 59 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 856 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |