1955 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 980 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.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Ranger |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |