1956 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 821 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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2010 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. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ford Popular 2010 Honda CR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Popular CR-V
Year Released 1956 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2619 mm