1959 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 657 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |