1957 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Popular | Defender |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
