1955 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Popular | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |