1958 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 332 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Polo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |