1954 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 47 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 554 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Popular | Arosa |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |