1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Popular |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
