1959 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 765 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 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 1998 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
