1959 Ford Popular vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 35 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 600 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Popular | Magna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |