1955 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 394 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |