2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 435 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 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1959 Ford Popular | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Popular |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2300 mm |