1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2002 Seat Arosa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette 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 Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Arosa, 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Vedette | Arosa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |