1959 Ford Popular vs. 1992 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 33 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Samara weights approximately 185 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, 1992 Lada Samara, 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, 1992 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1992 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Popular | Samara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |