1957 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1218 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Popular | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
