1955 Ford Popular vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 105 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Popular | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
