1957 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 593 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |