1956 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 717 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, 2007 Honda CR-V, 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |