1955 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6

To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Ford Popular 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
Make Ford Mazda
Model Popular MazdaSpeed6
Year Released 1955 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 26 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2680 mm


 

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