1956 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 40 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1055 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | MPV |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |