1957 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 497 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Avensis |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |