1958 Ford Popular vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1165 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 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2001 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Popular | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Popular | Rexton |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |