2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 526 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Popular |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2300 mm |
