1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 696 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |