1955 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 845 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 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Vectra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |