1957 Ford Popular vs. 2013 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 56 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1180 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Popular 2013 Volvo XC60
Make Ford Volvo
Model Popular XC60
Year Released 1957 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 738 kg 1918 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4627 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1891 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1713 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2774 mm


 

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