1957 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Almera is newer by 47 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Almera (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Almera weights approximately 432 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, 2004 Nissan Almera, 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, 2004 Nissan Almera (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Popular | Almera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
