1958 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 47 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 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 280 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 1958 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 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Popular | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |