1957 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Popular | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
