1959 Ford Popular vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 835 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, 1997 Volvo C70, 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Popular | C70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
