1955 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 522 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 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | HR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |