1960 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1320 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Popular | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Sienna |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |