2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move, 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 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1956 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Popular |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2300 mm |
