1958 Ford Popular vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | 929 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
