1956 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 695 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |