1956 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 661 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Sonata |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |