1957 Ford Popular vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 377 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Taunus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |