1956 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra is newer by 53 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Tigra weights approximately 425 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, 2009 Opel Tigra, 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, 2009 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Popular | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
