1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Seat Altea

To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 54 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 670 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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 Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ford Popular 2008 Seat Altea
Make Ford Seat
Model Popular Altea
Year Released 1954 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 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2590 mm


 

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