1957 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 687 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | Tribute |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |