1957 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 44 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 377 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, 2001 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Popular | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
