1959 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 49 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 615 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Popular | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
