1956 Ford Popular vs. 2013 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 57 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 706 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 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ford Popular 2013 Nissan Juke
Make Ford Nissan
Model Popular Juke
Year Released 1956 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1441 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2530 mm