1959 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 53 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 591 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Popular | A |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |