1969 Ford Capri vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Popular |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |