1958 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 676 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Popular | Patriot |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2634 mm |