1960 Ford Popular vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1969 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Popular | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
