1958 Ford Popular vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |