1956 Ford Popular vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 38 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 515 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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Popular | 306 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |