1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 405 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1956 Ford Popular | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Popular |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |