1958 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 40 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 680 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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Camry |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |