1957 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1278 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 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Popular | Milan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |