1959 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 45 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 612 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |