1957 Ford Popular vs. 1977 Lancia Scorpion
To start off, 1977 Lancia Scorpion is newer by 20 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Scorpion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Scorpion (79 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Scorpion should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Scorpion weights approximately 337 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, 1977 Lancia Scorpion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Scorpion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 1977 Lancia Scorpion | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Popular | Scorpion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
