1959 Ford Popular vs. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 397 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Matra-Simca Rancho, 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 Matra-Simca Rancho (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
Model | Popular | Rancho |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |