1956 Ford Popular vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 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 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Popular | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
