1958 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 48 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 950 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 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Tucson |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |