1953 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 931 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Popular | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |