1955 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Popular | Evora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
