1959 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 51 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 531 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Popular | 147 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
