1956 Ford Popular vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 155 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, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Prelude |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1750 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 | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |