2001 Acura RSX vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 521 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, 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 RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Acura RSX | 1954 Ford Popular | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Popular |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |