1957 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 52 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 1067 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Antara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |