1959 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 755 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 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2002 Mazda 6 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. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Popular | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |