1958 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Ascari A10

To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 52 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 599 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 545 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ford Popular 2010 Ascari A10
Make Ford Ascari
Model Popular A10
Year Released 1958 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1171 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 625 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2636 mm


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]