1959 Ford Popular vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1993 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 585 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Popular | Maxima |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |