1956 Ford Popular vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 18 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 385 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Capri |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |