1957 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 652 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |