1957 Ford Popular vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 28 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Popular weights approximately 43 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Popular | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
