1957 Ford Popular vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 46 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1104 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2003 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Popular | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
