1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Popular weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1959 Ford Popular | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Consorte | Popular |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2300 mm |