1957 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 51 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1240 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Popular | Patriot |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |