2001 Acura Integra vs. 1955 Ford Popular
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 840 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1955 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Popular |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |
