1981 Ford Laser vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Porsche 1300 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Laser | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
