1957 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 39 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 321 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-3, 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, 1996 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1996 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |