1956 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 645 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 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Astra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |