1958 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 748 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Popular | Leon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |