1959 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 50 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 1,492 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 583 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Accent |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |