1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 97 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Vedette | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |