1957 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 53 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 417 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, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2010 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | i20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2525 mm |