1958 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 47 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 55 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 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1958 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Life |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |