1958 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 51 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 918 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 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
