1954 Ford Popular vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1963 Seat 1500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Popular | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
