1957 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 336 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3250 mm |