1961 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 972 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. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Ford Popular | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Popular | EX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 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 | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |