2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 710 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Popular |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2300 mm |