1957 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1034 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Sharan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2919 mm |