1959 Ford Popular vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 40 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 985 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Popular | Aurora |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |