1959 Ford Popular vs. 1980 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1980 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Popular weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1980 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1980 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2300 mm |