2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2300 mm |
