1956 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 605 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 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Vectra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |