1957 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 712 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Popular | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2740 mm |
