1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 940 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Cadillac Seville | 1960 Ford Popular | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Popular |
Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |