1958 Ford Popular vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Prelude |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |