1960 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 52 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 335 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. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Popular | Equator |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
