1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Ford Popular
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 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.
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1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Ford Popular | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Popular |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |