1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 850 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Popular |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |