1958 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 245 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Yaris |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1298 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 | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |