1957 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 50 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1094 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Popular | Milan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |