1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1950 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |