1956 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Popular | RVR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
