1962 Ford Popular vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 884 kg more than 1962 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Popular | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
