1956 Ford Popular vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 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.
Because 1956 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |