1959 Ford Popular vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 28 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 225 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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Popular | Belmont |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |