1961 Ford Popular vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 49 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1193 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. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Ford Popular | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Popular | Rodius |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |