1957 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 54 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 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 492 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, 2011 Opel Astra, 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, 2011 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Astra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |