1956 Ford Popular vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 39 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 715 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |