1958 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 43 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 622 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Elantra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1357 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |