1959 Ford Popular vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 265 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 Plymouth Colt, 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 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Popular | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |