1957 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 592 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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Astra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |