1958 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1255 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |