1955 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 52 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 605 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Popular | A |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
