1956 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata E weights approximately 635 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, 2002 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Popular | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
