1960 Ford Popular vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 130 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.
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1960 Ford Popular | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Popular | Lancer |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |