1958 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |