1958 Ferrari Dino vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, both 1958 Ferrari Dino and 1958 Ford Popular were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari Dino (225 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 69 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari Dino | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Popular |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |
