1959 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 300 weights approximately 303 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, 1998 Proton 300, 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, 1998 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Popular | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
