1957 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Seat Exeo

To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 662 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo, 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 Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Popular 2008 Seat Exeo
Make Ford Seat
Model Popular Exeo
Year Released 1957 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 738 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4661 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1772 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2642 mm


 

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