1956 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 685 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Popular | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
