1957 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 43 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 357 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Lantra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |