1956 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 75 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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Popular | G34 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1050 mm |