1958 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Rover Streetwise, 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, 2005 Rover Streetwise (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Popular | Streetwise |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |