1955 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1125 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 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Popular | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2946 mm |
