1961 Ford Popular vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Nissan Silvia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 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:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Popular | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
