1955 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 735 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
