1956 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Centura is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 381 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 1973 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Popular | Centura |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |